(Content by John S)
Taking passport photos of a baby can be very hectic even for professional photographers, as you always find it hard even to get a kid to settle. Also, there are some requirements that those passport photos should meet to be approved. So, you must make sure you do your best to get a great passport photo. In this article, we look at what you can do to get an excellent passport photo at home. So, keep reading to find out.
The Essentials
You don’t need a complicated photographic set up to take an infant passport photo. All you need is:
– Enough space with some bright lighting. Make sure the light is not too bright for the baby’s eyes
– A white background. You can use a white wall if your kid can standstill or a white sheet for a kid who can’t stand to lie on
– A digital camera, or a smartphone with a good camera
If you are taking a passport photo of a child who can stand, then make him/her sit or even stand behind a white wall. Before taking the picture, make sure the lighting across your baby’s face is also and without any glare or shadows.
Ensure that there is isn’t anything near your child’s shoulders or head, such as toys, furniture, and other objects. When taking the photos, make sure your child is looking at the camera, then take a lot of pictures. The best thing about taking many photos is that it gives you a variety to choose from.
For a newborn, make him/her lie on a white sheet on the bed or the floor. Stand over your baby then take the passport photos. While taking the pictures, you must avoid casting a shadow on the baby, as that might cause the photo to be rejected.
After you have found the best passport photos, you can use a passport photo generator to help you format them professionally. Using such a tool allows you to ensure that the passport photos are of the right size and print them easily.
Major Requirements
Here are some of the most vital requirements that your kid’s passport photos must adhere to
– Your baby should look straight in the camera making sure both ears are visible
– The child should have a neutral expression
– Your baby’s eyes should both be open
– The baby’s mouth should remain closed
– The background should be white, light blue or cream
– The passport photo should be clear
As you can see from this article, taking your child’s passport photos at home is possible. Doing so helps you to save a lot of time and money that you would have spent paying other photographers. Therefore, make sure you use the above tips to help you get the perfect passport photos that will be quickly approved. Also, remember to check that the infant passport photo meets all crucial requirements before submitting to increase the chances of approval.
